Here are science terms, definitions, and examples:

Nutrition- taking in food or healthy liquids that are digested and used for health and growth

Nutrients- what is in food that your body needs to grow

The 5 Food Groups- classification system for foods

Milk- all foods in this group come from what animal? COW. Foods in this group contain what?MilkExamples:cheese, yogurt, ice cream

Meat- all foods in this group contain what nutritional 'building block'? PROTEIN. Most of these foods come from what source? ANIMALS What other foods are included in this group because they are high in protein even though they are NOT actually meat? NUTS Examples: chicken, ribs, hamburger, walnuts, cashews

Vegetable- all foods in this group come from what source? PLANTS All of these foods contain what? FIBER (Hint: It helps our large intestine get rid of solid waste. It is a carbohydrate that cannot be digested. It helps food move through our digestive system.) Examples: peas, carrots, string beans, broccoli

Fruit- all foods in this group come from what source? PLANTS How do most fruits taste? SWEET. What do all fruits have on the inside that vegetables do not? SEEDS. Examples:apples, pears, tomatoes, oranges, mangos, strawberries, grapes, berries

Grains- all foods in this group come from what source? PLANTS.What important nutrient do grains contain that give us energy and keep our bodies running? Examples:


The 5 Building Blocks (Nutrients)
Use these links to learn about the following nutrients:


Carbohydrates- definition & facts. Examples:

Fats- definition & facts. Examples:

Proteins- definition & facts. Examples:

Vitamins- definition & facts. Examples:

Minerals- definition & facts. Examples:

Digestive System-


Digestive System Glossary

Flight-


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